Founded in a family garage north of Fort Worth, Texas, in 1940, the George Renfro Food Company had humble beginnings, distributing packaged spices and pepper sauces. In 1972, under its current name, Renfro Foods, Inc., the company acquired Olé Foods’ hot sauce recipes and transformed them into a tastier salsa recipe, giving rise to Mrs. Renfro’s salsas. These salsas gained popularity for their quality flavor and reasonable prices, leading to a significant expansion in production operations.

Renfro Foods continued to evolve, adding various salsa flavors, and expanding its presence. Today, Mrs. Renfro’s boasts a diverse product line, including numerous salsas, sauces, and relishes, available in multiple countries.

The Challenge

Despite its success, Renfro Foods faced operational challenges. The company relied on separate paper ledgers, QuickBooks invoices, and Peachtree inventory systems that were not interconnected. These systems couldn’t meet the demands of new federal bio-terrorism laws, third-party audits required by private-label clients, and the need to trace ingredients down to specific lot and case numbers for product safety.

The Solution

Renfro Foods recognized the need for integrated solutions, leading them to choose AccountMate’s accounting software and Manufacturing Conductor to meet their evolving requirements. This integration streamlined ingredient tracking, surpassing FDA and industry standards. Ingredients can now be traced within two minutes, a significant improvement over the industry’s two to four-hour requirement.

Doug Renfro, President of Renfro Foods, praised the software’s impact, stating, “AccountMate Financial Software and Manufacturing Conductor have provided our company with much more information than we’ve had in the past.” Renfro Foods achieved compliance with the Bioterrorism Act, gained valuable insights, and landed new customers for both their branded and private-label business.

The Result

With AccountMate Financial Software and Manufacturing Conductor, Renfro Foods now has access to detailed information within seconds and custom reporting capabilities within one integrated system. They excel in meeting stringent compliance standards, providing cradle-to-grave tracking and absolute traceability. This level of detail allows Renfro Foods to serve customers, brokers, and vendors with accurate and timely information, improving their position in the private-label marketplace.

Renfro Foods’ journey demonstrates how innovative software solutions can enhance not only compliance but also overall efficiency, helping businesses provide high-quality products with confidence. Mrs. Renfro’s products continue to delight consumers worldwide, thanks to their commitment to quality and compliance.

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Jonell, Inc., a Texas-based powerhouse in filtration and separation equipment, has been a trusted name in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries since 1987. With over 9,000 filter elements in various configurations and micron ratings, Jonell is a go-to choice for quality replacement elements. The company’s commitment to ISO-certified quality control ensures that every customer order meets rigorous standards.

The Challenge

Jonell faced rapid growth and increased demand for exclusive filtration products. However, their existing proprietary system lacked essential features for real-time information, integration, and automation. Managing various business functions across three separate, non-integrated software systems became laborious and error prone. This led to inventory issues, production bottlenecks, and scheduling problems.

Build-to-order sales also suffered, causing significant delays and inventory shortages. The manual handling of information consumed valuable time and resources.

With over 35% of business being export-oriented, Jonell needed a robust solution that could provide real-time information, handle ISO quality requirements, and keep up with increasing build-to-order sales.

The Solution

Jonell turned to an AccountMate solution provider known for solving complex business challenges. After a thorough analysis, they recommended implementing AccountMate’s SQL financial system for its scalability and open architecture. They also addressed shop floor processing with Manufacturing Conductor™, a comprehensive solution for real-time production management.

Raw materials were bar-coded upon receipt and tracked through the manufacturing process with data capture. This streamlined shop floor management, reduced bottlenecks, and improved customer satisfaction. Manufacturing Conductor seamlessly integrated with AccountMate, capturing inventory data for real-time reporting on costs and quantities.

To support ISO quality control, the system enabled swift identification, documentation, and resolution of problems or non-conformances.

The Result

Jonell’s transformation was a resounding success. They received real-time information, integration, and automation to manage quality standards effectively. AccountMate software scales effortlessly to accommodate their growing sales and production volumes. Employees quickly adapted to the system and use it efficiently.

With the help of AccountMate and Manufacturing Conductor, Jonell achieved ISO 9001:2008 certification within a year of software implementation, enhancing their global business prospects.

Jonell, Inc. stands as a testament to how innovative technology solutions can revolutionize an industry, making processes more efficient and businesses more competitive.

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In the heart of Georgia, a company named Innomed, Inc. has been making waves in the medical device industry since its founding in 1987. From humble beginnings with just one product, Innomed’s unwavering dedication to innovation and quality in orthopedic surgical devices has catapulted it to industry leadership status. With a portfolio of over 100 specialized instruments trusted by surgeons worldwide, Innomed’s impact on the medical field is undeniable.

The Challenge

As Innomed’s reputation and product demand grew, so did the challenges it faced. The company needed to maintain strict quality control standards and adhere to international manufacturing conditions. To meet these demands, Innomed held certifications from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 13485 and 9001), ensuring that its 3,000+ surgical instruments were produced to exact quality specifications.

However, with global growth came the need for a sophisticated and scalable system to manage quality compliance and logistical requirements.

The Solution

Innomed found its solution through an AccountMate solution provider. After a comprehensive analysis, it was recommended that Innomed upgrade to AccountMate SQL for its scalability and open architecture, perfectly suited to meet Innomed’s global business requirements. This move ensured that Innomed’s accounting and financial management systems could scale effectively, supporting over 100 concurrent users.

ISO Quality Compliance

One crucial aspect of Innomed’s transformation was addressing quality control measures. Compliance with ISO quality standards was paramount in the medical industry. AccountMate’s Lot Control module allowed Innomed to monitor processes, maintain vital business records, and trace issues in real-time. This comprehensive solution enabled the quick identification, documentation, and resolution of problems or non-conformities, including product recalls or modifications.

Grouping International Orders for Reduced Freight Charges

International shipments presented another challenge for Innomed due to high freight charges. To streamline this process, the solution provider trained Innomed staff to utilize the Generate Invoice from Shipment feature within the Accounts Receivable module in AccountMate SQL. This feature allowed Innomed to consolidate multiple sales orders into a single customer invoice and shipment, saving customers on freight charges and enhancing satisfaction.

Stringent Labeling Requirements

Innomed’s global expansion required adherence to strict labeling, inspection, and import/export rules. The solution provider redesigned the label layout and built a customized solution within AccountMate to accommodate these requirements. This solution allowed Innomed personnel to enter native language descriptions and assign icons to each item, meeting the demands of international customers.

The Result

The transformation was a resounding success for Innomed. The company expanded into new foreign markets and saw a substantial 15% increase in sales revenue after implementation of this customized solution. Innomed attributes this success to the efficiency of AccountMate, which streamlined internal processes and made the company more efficient.

Innomed’s journey showcases how innovation in technology can drive success in the medical device industry. With AccountMate’s open architecture, scalability, and seamless integration, Innomed has established a technological backbone that will continue to support its growth and impact for years to come.

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